Illinois State Police District 10 announced that during the month of June 2016, Troopers handled 1496 incidents. 363 of those incidents were calls for service and assistance. Of these calls, 107 were to help motorists whose vehicles were disabled on area highways. Troopers stopped for a total of 299 motorist- assist incidents. Troopers handled 102 crash reports, two of which were fatal crashes resulting in two deaths.
Criminal activities during the month included 20 arrests for criminal offenses. Troopers arrested 6 subjects for Wanted on Warrant. Troopers also issued 7 citations for drug violations.
Traffic enforcement activities included 672 traffic stops resulting in 479 citations and 639 written warnings. 151 drivers were cited for speeding and 131 drivers were issued speeding written warnings. 88 persons were cited for seat belt violations, with an additional 8 child restraint violation citations. Driving under the influence arrests totaled 14, while 31 apprehensions for other alcohol related offenses were recorded, including 3 subjects under the age of 21.
Troopers completed 305 Motor Carrier Inspections with 29 Out of Service notifications issued. 11 notices of overweight violations were also issued.